The Hangover has triumphed over Ocean's Eleven to be crowned the ultimate Vegas-based movie. Despite competition from classics like Casino and Now You See Me, the film that portrays the most disastrous stag do imaginable outshone other popular Sin City flicks. Diamonds Are Forever was a close runner-up, with Rain Man securing third place.
The groundbreaking musical Viva Las Vegas, featuring the King of Rock and Roll Elvis Presley, also made the list, as did the cult classic Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, which stars Johnny Depp as Raoul Duke. In a celebration of Las Vegas' illustrious cinematic history, iconic scenes from decades of films have been compiled into this intriguing brainteaser image. How many of these top 20 Las Vegas movie moments can you spot in this image? A spokesperson for , who commissioned the research and puzzle, said: "With its bright lights, iconic casinos and rich history, Las Vegas makes the perfect backdrop for so many films.
For the past 60 years, there have been so many influential classics which have shaped the film industry. It brings with it a sense of drama, glamour and suspense not many other locations can offer." The study found that 66% felt the portrayal of Las Vegas was crucial for its image and societal status.
Additionally, 58% believe films contribute to the city's tourism industry. The allure of Las Vegas as a movie setting is largely due to its detachment from everyday life (50%) and the diverse narratives it can inspire (43%), accor.